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mcashman · 02-23-2009, 08:05 PM

I am somewhat new to the board. I recently sold a 1970 chev k10 I bought 14 years ago when I was 16 and bought this 71 off craigs list a week later with the proceeds. It's a 71 c20 custom camper. It has 83k original miles, almost no rust (minus drivers rocker and some surface rust). It is pretty well optioned with air, tilt, bb, ect. The guy I bought it from was the third owner who got it from his grandfather 17 years ago. He gave me the factory build sheet, original owners manual and protecto plate. I think I made a pretty good buy at $2500. As soon as I paid the man I jumped in it and drove it home 400 miles with no problems except for a fuel filter that clogged up a couple times. I plan on getting some fresh paint on her but other than that keeping it original. Just thought I would share. Here are some pics. Does anyone know a source for 8 lug rally type or original looking wheels?

oldblue1968chevy · 02-23-2009, 08:13 PM

sweet!

lwb or swb

hopefully its lwb lift it a couple and tuck some 35's under there!

david jobs · 02-23-2009, 08:56 PM

Looks good

**1970cstblazer** · 02-23-2009, 11:13 PM

I like it...

from a fellow big block 3/4 ton owner.

1969 GMC · 02-23-2009, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

sweet!

lwb or swb

hopefully its lwb lift it a couple and tuck some 35's under there!

all 3/4 tons are lwb...

and lift it? why? it isnt 4x4

sjarrett71 · 02-23-2009, 11:46 PM

Did ya get it off ebay? I think I saw it and thought it was a nice truck.

mcashman · 02-24-2009, 12:07 AM

Thanks for the replies! I bought it off craigs list. I don't think it was on ebay but I guess it could have been and I just didn't see it.

Andy4639 · 02-24-2009, 12:19 AM

Check craig out agaiin for the wheels, there are always wheels on there around here anyway.
Nice short bed too!

72Levi · 02-24-2009, 12:34 AM

Nice truck, you can always put the newer 8 lug Chevy factory aluminum wheels off the newer 01-02, 03 etc trucks. I installed them on a 70 3/4 ton I had it they looked nice. I've seen the wheels on craigslist.

67ChevyRedneck · 02-24-2009, 12:40 AM

very cool!

72BlckButy · 02-24-2009, 08:55 AM

Looks like a great purchase, good luck with the rebuild!

**68350** · 02-24-2009, 03:44 PM

Was this on montana craigslist?? Nice pickup for the money, cannot go wrong with that price. Did you see the longhorn 1 ton for 8500 in roundup on craigslist?

mcashman · 02-26-2009, 12:20 AM

Thanks for the replies. I am currently disassembling so I can get a fresh coat of ochre/white on it asap.

68350: I didn't see the roundup longhorn. Was it in good shape? I suppose it probably was if they were asking 8500. Didn't you have a recent post with a truck you bought? If I remember right it was a montana truck in great shape.

**68350** · 02-26-2009, 01:30 AM

It was nice, but way overpriced for montana. Yeah, I just got that shortbox from rocker(i'm in butte for college). if you haven't started a build thread, you should, i love 3/4 loaded trucks!

02-23-2009, 08:05 PM	#1
mcashman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bozeman Montana Posts: 21	Found a survivor I am somewhat new to the board. I recently sold a 1970 chev k10 I bought 14 years ago when I was 16 and bought this 71 off craigs list a week later with the proceeds. It's a 71 c20 custom camper. It has 83k original miles, almost no rust (minus drivers rocker and some surface rust). It is pretty well optioned with air, tilt, bb, ect. The guy I bought it from was the third owner who got it from his grandfather 17 years ago. He gave me the factory build sheet, original owners manual and protecto plate. I think I made a pretty good buy at $2500. As soon as I paid the man I jumped in it and drove it home 400 miles with no problems except for a fuel filter that clogged up a couple times. I plan on getting some fresh paint on her but other than that keeping it original. Just thought I would share. Here are some pics. Does anyone know a source for 8 lug rally type or original looking wheels? Attached Images

02-23-2009, 08:13 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Found a survivor sweet! lwb or swb hopefully its lwb lift it a couple and tuck some 35's under there! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-23-2009, 08:56 PM	#3
david jobs Maybe someday will come Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Castalian Springs,Tn Posts: 119	Re: Found a survivor Looks good __________________ David 1971 C10 Soon to be DD 1988 27' Class C Tioga MH 2001 Fat Boy 2003 Gmc Envoy-Wifes ride 1992 Ford Ranger-DD for now

02-23-2009, 11:13 PM	#4
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,430	Re: Found a survivor I like it... from a fellow big block 3/4 ton owner. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

02-23-2009, 11:46 PM	#6
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: Found a survivor Did ya get it off ebay? I think I saw it and thought it was a nice truck.

02-24-2009, 12:07 AM	#7
mcashman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bozeman Montana Posts: 21	Re: Found a survivor Thanks for the replies! I bought it off craigs list. I don't think it was on ebay but I guess it could have been and I just didn't see it.

02-24-2009, 12:19 AM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Found a survivor Check craig out agaiin for the wheels, there are always wheels on there around here anyway. Nice short bed too! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 02-24-2009 at 12:19 AM.

02-24-2009, 12:34 AM	#9
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: Found a survivor Nice truck, you can always put the newer 8 lug Chevy factory aluminum wheels off the newer 01-02, 03 etc trucks. I installed them on a 70 3/4 ton I had it they looked nice. I've seen the wheels on craigslist. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it! Last edited by 72Levi; 02-24-2009 at 12:35 AM.

02-24-2009, 12:40 AM	#10
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Found a survivor very cool! __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

02-24-2009, 08:55 AM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Found a survivor Looks like a great purchase, good luck with the rebuild! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-24-2009, 03:44 PM	#12
68350 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Williston, ND Posts: 2,999	Re: Found a survivor Was this on montana craigslist?? Nice pickup for the money, cannot go wrong with that price. Did you see the longhorn 1 ton for 8500 in roundup on craigslist? __________________ 68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi

02-26-2009, 12:20 AM	#13
mcashman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bozeman Montana Posts: 21	Re: Found a survivor Thanks for the replies. I am currently disassembling so I can get a fresh coat of ochre/white on it asap. 68350: I didn't see the roundup longhorn. Was it in good shape? I suppose it probably was if they were asking 8500. Didn't you have a recent post with a truck you bought? If I remember right it was a montana truck in great shape.

02-26-2009, 01:30 AM	#14
68350 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Williston, ND Posts: 2,999	Re: Found a survivor It was nice, but way overpriced for montana. Yeah, I just got that shortbox from rocker(i'm in butte for college). if you haven't started a build thread, you should, i love 3/4 loaded trucks! __________________ 68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi



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